St. Francis Xavier University

St. Francis Xavier University (StFX) is a well-known public liberal arts university located in Antigonish, Canada. Established in 1853, it is one of the oldest universities in Canada and is especially recognized for its strong undergraduate education system.

StFX is a member of the Maple League (a group of top primarily undergraduate universities in Eastern Canada) and offers programs in Arts, Science, Business, and Education.

The university is known for:

• Small class sizes and personalized learning
• Strong community and campus life
• Leadership-focused education through institutes like the Coady International Institute

📊 Ranking Details

🌍 Global Rankings

• Times Higher Education (2026): Ranked 1201–1500 globally
• EduRank 2025:
  • #1623 worldwide
  • #44 in Canada

🇨🇦 National Rankings (Canada)

• Maclean’s Rankings (2025–2026):
  • #4 overall among primarily undergraduate universities
  • #1 in Canada for reputation in its category
• Previously ranked:
  • Top 10 undergraduate universities in Canada (Maclean’s 2022)

📈 Popularity Ranking (for international students)

• #34 in Canada (Shiksha Popularity Ranking 2025)